- 250-585 Dundas Street East Toronto, ON M5A 2B7
- 416-531-1402
- Mon-Fri 10am-5pm
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Over two weeks in November, the 28th annual Weesageechak Begins to Dance festival brings together emerging, mid-career and established artists to develop and showcase contemporary Indigenous theatre, dance and interdisciplinary creations for stage.
The festival provides a platform that fosters mentorship through the exchange of skills and knowledge while simultaneously celebrating contemporary Indigenous performance through readings, workshops and productions. Festival audiences gain insight into the creation process and get a unique glimpse of new Indigenous works from around the world.
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Limited passes available for just $60. Book your all-access Weesageechak 28 festival pass by telephone at 416-531-1402
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NOV 11 | NOV 12 | NOV 13 | NOV 14
NOV 17 | NOV 18 | NOV 19 | NOV 20 | NOV 21
Our two-week festival will showcase exciting works by Lara Kramer (Tame), Jani Lauzon (Prophecy Fog), Michelle Thrush (Find Your Own Inner Elder), and Kenneth T. Williams (In Care). In addition to these established artists, Weesageechak will also feature new works by emerging and mid-career artists, such as Yolanda Bonnell, Brian Solomon, and writers from the Animikiig Playwrights’ Program.